strain gauge with load cell

Kingmach‘s strain gauge with load cell builds on decades of geotechnical instrument manufacturing. Rather than a one-size-fits-all design, each unit is configured to the project’s expected strain band and load range. The sensing element uses foil strain gauges bonded to a custom-machined element, housed in stainless steel for corrosion resistance. Standard protection class is IP67, with IP68 available for submerged installations. Output options cover 4–20 mA, mV/V, and digital RS485, so they plug into most automatic monitoring systems without extra signal conditioners. The built-in temperature compensation keeps readings stable across -20°C to +80°C, which matters when you are monitoring a bridge girder through seasonal shifts. For long-term monitoring, the sensor‘s fatigue life is rated for millions of cycles, backed by Kingmach’s own cyclic tests. The gauge length and mounting style—spot-weldable, epoxy-bonded, or bolt-on—are specified after the team reviews your structural drawings. On the load side, capacities range from 100 kN to 5,000 kN, and the cell can be integrated as a compression-only or tension-compression element. Kingmach also supplies dummy gauges for temperature compensation when full bridges are needed. Because the company runs a network of distributors with local stock, replacements or additional sensors can reach your site in days, not months. Engineers who use these sensors often comment on the straightforward wiring and the surprisingly lightweight build for the rated capacity—something that simplifies handling on scaffolding or inside boreholes.